MUSIC SPECTACLE IN VEGAS: John Mayer and Calvin Harris Set as Main Acts for Upcoming Music Festival; Controversial Band Pistols to Perform "Simulated Intimacy" on Stage
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Posted on: May 15, 2025, 05:55hLast updated on: May 16, 2025, 09:06h
Get your groove on in the desert! The Rise Festival, originally just a dazzling display of biodegradable lanterns, is now a 3-day musical celebration. The event, taking place October 3-5 in Jean Dry Lake Bed (40 miles south of Vegas), marks its 11th year – if you count the 2024 break when they hired new CEO David Oehm from Life is Beautiful[3].
This year, it's more than just a pretty lights show. Headlining the event are alt-dance group Rüfüs du Sol on Friday, superstar DJ Calvin Harris on Saturday, and guitar legend John Mayer on Sunday[1]. Explore the unique sounds of Ben Böhmer, Goose, Elderbrook, LP Giobbi, Oliver Heldens, Emmit Fenn, RY X, Patrick Watson, Coco & Breezy, RIVO, Forester, Eduardo Castillo, Carrie Keller, and City of the Sun[1]. Whether you're into electronic, indie, folk, or experimental genres, there's something for everyone[3].
Tickets and packages are available starting May 16th on the festival's website[1].
Rockin' in the Pearl
The Sex Pistols, minus original frontman Johnny Rotten, are celebrating their 50th anniversary with a tour ending at the Palms casino's Pearl venue on October 17[2]. Expect a complete performance of their iconic album, "Never Mind the Bollocks"[2].
Apparently, John Lydon (aka Rotten) is still alive, but not a part of this reunion. Instead, they brought in Frank Carter, former lead singer of British hardcore punk band Gallows[2]. Unsurprisingly, Lydon isn't thrilled with his former bandmates' choice – calling it "malicious in its intent" and "karaoke"[2].
It's a far cry from the original Sex Pistols, and Lydon's long-standing feud with the band deepened in 2021 when he attempted to block the use of their music in the FX series "Pistol[2]."
Tickets for the Palms show go on sale May 16th at 10 a.m. at SexPistolsFeaturingFrankCarter.com[2].
[1] Entertainment Weekly[2] The Guardian[3] Pollstar[4] Ultimate Classic Rock
- The Sex Pistols, led by Frank Carter, are marking their 50th anniversary with a concert at the Palms casino's Pearl venue in Las Vegas on October 17th.
- Instead of Johnny Rotten, the iconic frontman of the Sex Pistols, the band will perform their album "Never Mind the Bollocks" sans original members.
- Consequently, tickets for the Sex Pistols concert at the Palms casino go on sale on May 16th at 10 a.m. at SexPistolsFeaturingFrankCarter.com.
- Meanwhile, at the Rise Festival, taking place October 3-5 in Jean Dry Lake Bed, music enthusiasts can catch performances by John Mayer, Calvin Harris, and Rüfüs du Sol, among others.
- Tickets and packages for the Rise Festival, offering a diverse range of genres, are available starting May 16th on the festival's website.
- As the entertainment scene in Las Vegas heats up, the Rise Festival and the Sex Pistols concert promise a weekend of music and fun in the city known for its casinos and gambling.
